Egress windows are an important safety feature for any home with a basement. This is especially true for homes with a downstairs bedroom. They are also sometimes a requirement under Council Bluffs building codes. Let’s look at what is an egress window, when is one required for a Council Bluffs home, and what standards do … Continue reading When Are Egress Windows Required in Council Bluffs, Iowa?
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When Are Egress Windows Required in Lincoln, Nebraska?
Egress windows are an important safety feature for any home with a basement. This is especially true for homes with a downstairs bedroom. They are also sometimes a requirement under Lincoln building codes. Let’s look at what is an egress window, when is one required for a Lincoln home, and what standards do Lincoln’s codes … Continue reading When Are Egress Windows Required in Lincoln, Nebraska?
When Are Egress Windows Required in Omaha, Nebraska?
Egress windows are an important safety feature for any home with a basement. This is especially true for homes with a downstairs bedroom. They are also sometimes a requirement under Omaha building codes. Let’s look at what is an egress window, when is one required for an Omaha home, and what standards do Omaha’s codes … Continue reading When Are Egress Windows Required in Omaha, Nebraska?
Radon Mitigation Services in Lincoln, NE
Lincoln and the rest of Eastern Nebraska are no stranger to radon problems. The eastern portion of the state joins all of neighboring Iowa and much of Kansas and South Dakota in the EPA’s radon zone 1, the level with the highest potential for dangerous levels of radon. That is why it is important that … Continue reading Radon Mitigation Services in Lincoln, NE
Radon Mitigation Services in Council Bluffs
Iowa routinely ranks among the states with the biggest radon problems. The high radon concentrations are not limited to just part of the state, either. Iowa is one of the only states in which every county is in the EPA’s radon zone 1, the level with the highest potential for dangerous levels of radon. That … Continue reading Radon Mitigation Services in Council Bluffs
Is Foundation Repair Worth It?
Foundation repair sounds like an expensive, lengthy process. Many homeowners ask themselves, “Is foundation repair worth it?” In a word, yes. Not only does foundation repair fix unsightly cracks in your home, but it also adds value to your home and keeps you and your family safe. Let’s take a look at the ways foundation … Continue reading Is Foundation Repair Worth It?
How to Deal With a Flooded Basement
No matter how it happens, a pipe bursting or a heavy storm coming through, a flooded basement is always a headache to deal with. At Jerry’s Waterproofing we can help get your basement back to normal and make sure the flooding doesn’t happen again. But sometimes a flood causes a panic and you want to … Continue reading How to Deal With a Flooded Basement
Sump Pump Installation: DIY or Hire a Professional?
If you find yourself cleaning up a flooded basement after every heavy rainfall, it might be time to consider installing a sump pump. Flooding not only damages your belongings but also promotes the growth of mold and mildew, which is dangerous to your health. A sump pump will help solve these problems by pumping out … Continue reading Sump Pump Installation: DIY or Hire a Professional?
How To Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing
With temperatures plunging into the negatives, preventing your pipes from freezing is important. Frozen pipes can lead to serious damage to your home and be a huge mess to clean up, not to mention the bill that comes with it! In this article, we will talk about some preventative measures a homeowner can take to … Continue reading How To Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing
How Long Do Basement Floor Repairs Last?
If your basement needs repairs becasue of bowing walls or cracked floors, you likely are dealing with a foundational issue. It may be a significant investment depending on the seriousness of the problem. So, figuring out how long basement floor repairs last is a reasonable question. This article discusses the longevity of different types of … Continue reading How Long Do Basement Floor Repairs Last?